Activity Quote by Janine Antoni
“Performance wasnt something that I intended to do. I was doing work that was about process, about the meaning of the making, trying to have a love-hate relationship with the object. I always feel safer if I can bring the viewer back to the making of it. I try to do that in a lot of different ways, by residue, by touch, by these processes that are basic to all of our lives...that people might relate to in terms of process, everyday activities- bathing, eating, etc.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Artforum Interview, 1995
The artist prioritizes process and material over conventional performance, seeking to connect viewers to everyday actions through tactile, residue-based methods.
In simple terms: Focus on making, not just the result.
Key Takeaway
Embrace process, let viewers see the making.
Themes
process
materiality
everyday life
viewer engagement
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
conceptual
process-oriented
When to use this quote
- gallery installations
- workshops
- public art
- educational programs
Key Concepts
Phenomenology
embodiment
relational aesthetics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does emphasizing process change your perception of art?
- What everyday actions could become artistic material?
A Different Perspective
May be perceived as overly conceptual, limiting emotional resonance for some audiences.
